With so many Fresno Realtors to chose from, they decided to select the John Samarin Home Selling Team to get the job done.  I implemented my strategic marketing plans (both offline and online/internet marketing) to quickly produce…

• A tremendous amount of buyer interest from the massive exposure.
• Many buyer showings from Day 1 on the market!
• Many inbound buyer calls whom I personally spoke with regarding the home.  (I proactively market and sell your Fresno home… I don’t wait for other agents to get it sold.)
• And the best part… they received TOP DOLLAR!

“WOW 4 days to sell our home.  You priced it just right and I got exactly what I wanted.”

- Clara Binford

Hi FIVE For A Job Well Done!

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What I’m about to show you is how you can monitor your credit report for FREE!

No really… I’m not kidding.

I know there are a ton of companies out there with “catchy jingles” who are willing to give you a free credit report as long as you sign up for a trial service of some kind where you’ll eventually pay a monthly recurring fee if you don’t cancel the service.

You can get your credit report for FREE every 12 months with no strings attached because it is the law… I know, because I just did it and have implemented the strategy I discuss below.

So here’s what you do (and be sure to check out my “BONUS TIP” below before ordering your credit report)…

First, go to the FTCs (Federal Trade Commission) website via the link below to see that getting a FREE credit report every 12 months with no strings attached is not only possible but is the law and the source I refer you to below is the only authorized source. There is also other good tips and advice on the site as it relates to your credit.

http://www.ftc.gov/freereports

Second, go to the website below (which if you went to FTCs website you now know is the ONLY authorized source for the free annual credit report that’s yours by law).

https://www.annualcreditreport.com/cra/index.jsp

It’s a very simple process. Once at the website above in the middle of the page you select your state and then click on the “Request Report” button. Follow the steps and within minutes you’ll be able to view your credit report online and print it out for safe keeping. Instead of ordering a credit report from all Big 3 (Experian, Equifax and TransUnion) you can spread it out and monitor what’s reported throughout the year.

BONUS TIP: If you use a calendar that allows you to setup recurring appointments such as Google Calendar or Outlook or other… don’t order all 3 reports at once. Instead order ONE report from each of the Big 3 every 4 months. This will allow you to monitor what’s reported on your credit throughout the year allowing you to catch any suspicious activity. Go into your calendar and setup a yearly recurring appointment for each spread out every 4 months. For example, every year order your Experian credit report on 7/1, order your Equifax credit report on 11/1 and order your TransUnion credit report on 3/1.

Make sense?  If you have any questions feel free to post them in the comments section below.

I hope you find this information valuable… don’t forget to share it with people you know and love!

Take care,
John

John Samarin is a Certified Short Sale Specialist and Fresno Realtor serving the Fresno/Clovis real estate market with strategic and professional real estate services.

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There is great news for Fresno real estate owners facing the possibility of losing their home to foreclosure and have or plan on performing a short sale with a Fresno Realtor as their workout plan.  This is huge help for people to catch up financially and not having to pay taxes on their forgiven debt is a great start!

The Franchise Tax Board has extended their Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief… full details are at the link below.

http://www.ftb.ca.gov/aboutFTB/Newsroom/Mortgage_Debt_Relief_Law.shtml

So what do you think about this move by California?  Please share your comments below.

If you have any questions or need help… don’t hesitate to contact me via the “Contact Us” link above.

John Samarin is a Certified Short Sale Specialist and Fresno Realtor serving the Fresno/Clovis real estate market with strategic and professional real estate services.

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Amongst Fresno Realtors and others in the Fresno real estate world you always hear “it’s a GREAT time to buy” and/or sell right?  Well… now it’s a FACT!

There are now up to $18,000 combined ($8000 federal + $10,000 state) home buyer tax credit for 1st time buyers (non-homeowners for 3+ years) and up to $16,500 combined ($6500 federal with the purchase of any home + $10,000 state with the purchase of a new construction home)… this is a lot of reasons why buyers should buy now if they have been considering it lately.  Get the message out… Tweet this blog post, share it on Facebook, share it in an email or use the “share tools” I provide at the bottom of this blog post…

…the home buyer tax credit available to Californian’s has become really SERIOUS money.

Be sure to consult your accountant for full details and how it applies to YOU!

Resources:

Franchise Tax Board regarding details of tax credit:  2010 Tax Credit for New Home / First Time Buyer

Below is an excerpt from the California Association of Realtors…

$18,000 IN COMBINED HOMEBUYER TAX CREDITS FOR A LIMITED TIME

Californians have a brief window of opportunity to receive up to $18,000 in combined federal and state homebuyer tax credits. To take advantage of both tax credits, a first-time homebuyer must enter into a purchase contract for a principal residence before May 1, 2010, and close escrow between May 1, 2010 and June 30, 2010, inclusive. Buyers who are not first-time homebuyers may use the same timeframes to receive up to $16,500 in combined tax credits if they are long-time residents of their existing homes as permitted under federal law, and they purchase properties that have never been previously occupied as provided under California law.

Under the federal law slated to soon expire, a first-time homebuyer may receive up to $8,000 in tax credits, and a long-time resident may receive up to $6,500, for certain purchase contracts entered into by April 30, 2010 that close escrow by June 30, 2010. Additionally, under a newly enacted California law, a homebuyer may receive up to $10,000 in tax credits as a first-time homebuyer or buyer of a property that has never been occupied. The new California law applies to certain purchases that close escrow on or after May 1, 2010 (see Cal. Rev. & Tax Code section 17059.1(a)(4)). California law generally allows buyers of never-occupied properties to reserve their credits before closing escrow, but buyers seeking to combine the federal and state tax credits will not be able to satisfy the timing requirements for such reservations (see Cal. Rev. & Tax Code section 17059.1(c)(1)(A)). Other terms and restrictions apply to both tax credits.

Thoughts, questions or comments?  Leave them below and join the discussion!

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Want to know how much your home is REALLY worth?  Visit the Fresno Homeowner Insiders Club to find out and get on the inside!

The bug to sell your Fresno home has hit and you’re wondering how much your home is worth, right? Ultimately, the true value of your home is what it can be sold for in today’s Fresno Real Estate market. Home values and your ability to get top dollar is locally driven.

Below are some tips and strategies when selling your home in Fresno that will help you get top dollar in today’s market, in the shortest amount of time and with the least frustration. With the help of a local expert, a Fresno Realtor, and using some of the tips below you should be able to adequately determine the value of your Fresno house and get it sold for top dollar.

1. Spy On The Competition

Yes, I said spy on the competition! When buyers are looking at Fresno homes they are comparison shopping. They are measuring your house features and price against other homes in Fresno in your area. Go out and see the competition while taking notes to determine how yours stacks up.

2. Make Your Fresno Home Shine To Get More Dime

I know it rhymes but there is truth to making your home shine to get top dollar that many will often ignore. The “little things” are going to go far in getting you a good price for your home. If you’ve done your research on the competition you should have a good idea on what you can do that will make your home stand out from the rest.

And if you can price your home in the “deal” range amongst other homes in your area you’ll get a stream of buyers coming to look and may even get multiple buyers COMPETING for your home driving up the sale price.

3. Seek Professional Help Of A Fresno Realtor To Price And Market Your Fresno House

Doing all of the above and more may seem overwhelming. That is why it’s important to go to a local expert when you want to sell your Fresno Home. A Realtor spends each day staying on top of the local market… and a savvy Realtor should know how to position your house for sale in the current market conditions.

Not to mention, there is a lot of planning and to do lists that need to be completed and finding a Fresno Realtor that can help you with all of this will serve you well. Your Realtor will work with you during the process of marketing, getting an offer, evaluating offers, negotiation, offer acceptance, escrow period, closing and more! Not only will you get your house sold but also with lowest amount of stress on you as possible.

Lastly, you need a marketing plan that only a Realtor can provide for your Fresno house to get it sold. You need to get buyers through your door to view your home… the more buyers the more likely you’ll get multiple offers and top dollar.

Good luck getting your Fresno home sold!

John Samarin is a Fresno Realtor serving the Fresno/Clovis area who provides professional real estate services. He is a passionate negotiator, contract strategist and a friendly guide trusted by his clients.

If you’d like to receive a Professional Home Valuation from John to determine how much your home is worth in today’s market, visit the following Fresno homes website.

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